The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.

This exhibition highlights the history of the Texas and Pacific Railway in Abilene through several artifacts from the museum’s permanent collection. See the impact of the railroad on the growth of the city and the people who built the tracks and buildings, worked for the railway, and utilized the train’s services. 

thegracemuseum.org

Downtown, South Texas Boulevard

The city of Weslaco hosts Alfresco Weslaco in historic downtown Weslaco every third Thursday of the month starting in August and ending in February. Experience music and art on the street with 80 to 90 vendors, businesses staying open late, and visitors being able to savor the experience of sipping favorite drinks right on the street.

weslacoedc.com

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Encounter the 46-foot-tall T. rex and new life-sized animatronic dinosaurs along the nature trails at the annual exhibit. The exhibit always gives families and friends a fun, educational activity to enjoy together. See the dinosaurs move and hear them roar. An outdoor fossil dig is available for kids. The dinosaur trail is great for jogging strollers, but not suitable for strollers with small wheels or wheelchairs.

heardmuseum.org/dinosaurs-live

Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Road 100

All aboard the Murphy’s Law for a 1.5-hour dolphin watch and eco tour. Cruise along the lower Laguna Madre on the 67-foot, double-decker boat, which is specially designed to allow guests to have an optimum viewing experience while on the water.

islatours.com

El Paso Museum of Art, 1 Arts Festival Plaza

Tom Lea was one of the most prolific Southwestern artists of the 20th century. This exhibit features landscapes, portraits, and mural studies that highlight the correspondence between artists to tell the story of a tightly knit creative community, which made El Paso a central point for rich cultural exchange. Along with Lea, artists include Manuel Acosta, Lois Denton, Freemont Ellis, Leola Freeman, Carl Hertzog, Peter Hurd, Ada Miller, Audley Dean Nicols, Urbici Soler, and Henriette Wyeth. A gallery tour with Adair Margo, founder of the Tom Lea Institute, takes place on Oct. 10.

tomlea.com

Menil Drawing Institute, 1412 W. Main St.

Curated by Kelly Montana, assistant curator at the Menil Drawing Institute, this is the sixth installment in the Menil Collection’s Wall Drawing Series, which began in 2018 as part of the institute’s commitment to seeking new approaches to the form and language of drawing.

menil.org

Houston Botanic Garden, 1 Botanic Lane

To mark its fourth birthday, the Houston Botanic Garden presents “Habitat.” The exhibit—which incorporates installations created by local artists—explores the central idea of “protecting habitats protects life,” through the lens of the Gulf Coast environment. With thematic sections on topics such as fungi, dead wood, nests, and insects, “Habitat” explores the critical role that many organisms play in creating and sustaining habitats.

hbg.org

Arlington Museum of Art, 1200 Ballpark Way

Through original items including ball gowns, sorcerers’ capes, a pirate’s jacket, and iconic glass slippers, “Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume” celebrates the artistry of some of Hollywood’s preeminent designers. “All That Glitters: The Crown Jewels of the Walt Disney Archives” dazzles with prized pieces of jewelry and accessories that give visitors the rare opportunity to see these iconic jewels up-close while gaining an understanding of how integral they are to completing the ensemble and informing the character.

arlingtonmuseum.org

Menil Drawing Institute, 1413 W. Main St.

This selection of works from the Menil’s permanent collection explores the ways in which the past imbues the present. In their drawings, the featured artists take up commonplace embodiments of personal and collective memory, such as scrapbooks, snapshots, notes, relics, and odes, to reimagine how we might access fraught memories and contested histories.

menil.org

Menil Drawing Institute, 1413 W. Main St.

This show examines drawing as a meditative process that invites the gradual appearance of indeterminate images. Selected from the Menil’s permanent collection, the 29 drawings date from the late 1930s to the present and are united by a visual concept of forms still in the process of becoming.

menil.org

Puzzling Adventures Start & Finish Location, 1800 Congress Ave.

https://puzzlingadventures.com/buynow.php?code=EVENTPASS

Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Road 100

Take a 4-hour narrated tour along the Brownsville Ship Channel. See local and migratory birds, dolphins in the bay, the SpaceX launch site and Starbase city, the USS Kitty Hawk, and oil rigs from all over the world. On the way back, the tour cruises through the Port Isabel Shrimp Basin. Fresh-caught Gulf shrimp tastings are also available.

islatours.com

Isla Tours, 33256 State Park Road 100

An hour and a half in duration, this excursion aboard the Murphy’s Law offers a brief tour of the Laguna Madre and provides a glimpse of the bottlenose dolphins in their natural habitat. At the end of the tour, enjoy a breathtaking south Texas sunset.

islatours.com

The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.

The first major museum survey in the United States of work by the British European visual artist Tacita Dean, the exhibition spotlights her career-defining approach to creating art through unmediated and chance-based drawing processes across a variety of mediums, from film to printmaking.

menil.org

Arlington Music Hall, 224 N. Center St.

Symphony Arlington celebrates its silver jubilee with a season of concerts featuring Spanish pianist Daniel del Pino, Argentinian bass-baritone Federico De Michelis, American violinist Luke Hsu, and Canadian pianist Marika Bournaki. Other shows include Dallas pianist Eldred Marshall premiering “Llano Estacado” by Dallas composer Michael Capps.

symphonyarlington.org

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts presents this show celebrating the tradition of en plein air painting, the French term for painting in the outdoors.

samfa.org

The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.

This rare solo exhibition highlights the career of William Lester, spanning Regionalism (1930s and ‘40s) through modernist abstractions of the 1980s. The show includes drawings, paintings, and prints from private and public collections to examine the artist’s unique and visionary interpretation of his relationship with his environment, often described as more sensory than geographic.

thegracemuseum.org

The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.

This group exhibition showcases artwork by Texas Regionalists from The Grace Museum Art Collection and on loan from private and public collections. The selected artist include those associated with The Dallas Nine.

thegracemuseum.org

The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.

See fine art prints by Coreen Mary Spellman, an important female Regionalist, from the collection of the Tyler Museum of Art. Spellman’s printmaking skills in lithography, etching, aquatint, and mezzotint are highlighted in this display of 45 of her prints.

thegracemuseum.org

The Grace Museum, 102 Cypress St.

Reflecting on Texas in the 1930s and ‘40s, these photographs of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl, sponsored by the Farm Securities Commission, document the hardships of individuals in Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, New Mexico, and Colorado. The show includes iconic photographs by Arthur Rothstein, Dorothea Lange, Marion Post Wolcott, and Russell Lee.

thegracemuseum.org

Harry Ransom Center, 300 W. 21st St.

The Harry Ransom Center presents an exhibition exploring the history of PEN, the renowned international association dedicated to protecting free expression. The exhibition draws upon the Center’s PEN Records collection in order to trace the history of the organization from its founding as a dinner club in 1921, through the darkest days of war and repression, to supporting contemporary writers and readers today. The exhibition allows visitors to engage with key moments from the story of PEN, showing how writers need freedom of expression in order to produce inspiring work, and how, in turn, readers need to be free to choose what they read.

hrc.utexas.edu

Artspace 111, 111 Hampton St.

Artspace111 presents its latest exhibition, “Sublime Desert Synthesis,” featuring paintings by Winter Rusiloski and sculptures by Angel Fernandez. This work explores color interplays through abstract paintings and sculptures created from repurposed synthetic materials.

artspace111.com/exhibitions/173-sublime-desert-synthesis-works-by-winter-rusiloski-angel-fernandez

Houston Botanic Garden, 1 Botanic Lane

The Chinese lantern festival, with larger-than-life installations that showcase the beauty of nature and celebrate the promise of the Lunar New Year, returns with all-new displays and interactive elements.

hbg.org/series/radiant-nature

The Gaff, 323 Beach St.

Belt sander racing is a longstanding tradition in Port Aransas. Head on over the The Gaff, the “Birthplace of Texas Belt Sander Racing,” to watch competitors race their power tools down the wooden rack.

facebook.com/groups/390438614867403

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Tavares Strachan’s artworks intentionally defy categorization. Spanning sculpture, performance, painting, ceramics, and immersive installations, Strachan’s work explores themes of cultural displacement, migration, and human aspiration by uplifting often hidden histories. “Between You and Me” includes a waist-high ‘meadow’ of dried rice grass and sculptures, each representing the concept of impermanence and community loss.

cli.re/84216-tavares-strachan-between-you-and-me

Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St.

Every winter, Discovery Green’s Kinder Lake transforms into Houston’s only outdoor ice-skating rink. Adults and children of all ages can glide beneath the glittering lights of downtown and enjoy a series of programming throughout the season—from themed music nights to discounted skate nights. The ice rink is open every day.

discoverygreen.com/ice

Discovery Green, 1500 McKinney St.

By internationally recognized artist Jen Lewin, this interactive public art installation features a collection of 24 handcrafted and hand-painted ethereal glowing moths on a monumental scale. The creatures hang suspended from the trees of the Brown Promenade at Discovery Green and react to sound and movement of visitors. Each moth represents a unique endangered North American moth species.

discoverygreen.com/atlas

International Museum of Art and Science, 1900 W. Nolana Ave.

In this exhibition, visitors discover how dinosaurs’ extraordinary story continues today—not as the giant “terrible lizards” of the past, but as the feathered, winged birds both on land and in the sky we know today.

theimasonline.org/dinosaurs-among-us

Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St.

“Diaries of Home” features works by 12 women and nonbinary artists, who explore the multilayered concepts of family, community, and home.

themodern.org/exhibition/diaries-home

Farmers Market, 402 E. Blanco Road

Come out and explore the bounty of locally grown products, prepared foods, and artisan specialty goods from area farmers and growers, homesteaders, ranchers, and artisans.

boernefm.com

Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek

On the first Tuesday of the month, come see Grand Ole Opry-style entertainment at the Silver Sage senior center, with refreshments and door prizes given out at the event.

silversage.org

Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern, 105-B Sabine St.

Brighten up your winter with Cistern Illuminated, an immersive light and sound installation in the Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern. This annual tradition transforms the underground, decommissioned drinking water reservoir into a breathtaking spectacle, showcasing the Cistern’s repeating columns and their uncanny reflections on the surface of the water below. A unique and original soundscape follows the moving lights around the cavernous Cistern. On select dates, the Cistern Illuminated installation is accompanied by live choral performances.

buffalobayou.org/cistern-illuminated

Heard Natural Science Museum and Wildlife Sanctuary, 1 Nature Place

Experience the ecology, geology, flora, and fauna of the Heard Sanctuary. Led by trained guides, your group spends 45-60 minutes hiking the unique landscape.

heardmuseum.org/other-programs/#trail

Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road

At this open-air farmers market on the historic Herff Farm, you can hike the trails, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing your food, help the Cibolo Center for Conservation maintain the land through volunteer service projects, or get new recipe ideas.

cibolo.org/locations/farmersmarket

On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up their pop-up shops along Main Street. Artists and craftspeople present original works while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.

banderabusiness.com

Major Hope Corral, 749 Old Medina Highway

Meet the rescue horses at the ranch and experience horseback games, campfire cooking, cowboy music, and a whole lot of fun.

banderacowboycapital.com

Main Plaza, 100 N. Main St.

On the second weekend of the month, hundreds of festive booths have on display everything from collectibles and remembrances of the past to modern innovations that bring a smile of wonder to visitors.

eventsoffmain.com/market-days

Kuhlmann-King Museum, 402 E. Blanco Road

Twice a month, the Kuhlmann-King house gives the public the opportunity to step back in time to see what a historic Boerne home looked like “way back when.” Monthly events and themes vary.

bahpsboerne.org

Downtown , 105 S. Austin St.

Held every second Saturday of the month, the market offers vendor exhibits featuring locally grown produce, jams, jellies, pickled items, fresh baked bread, local honey, hen fruit, and freshly made goat soap.

facebook.com/rockportdowntownfarmersmarket

Downtown , 302 S Austin St.

Find handmade items from local artists and fun, one-of-a kind home décor at the local outdoor market held the second Saturday of every month.

rockport-fulton.org

Rockport Center for the Arts, 204 S. Austin St.

Rockport Center for the Arts presents this art walk that offers an ever-changing mix of participants representing various art mediums such as painting, pottery, jewelry, photography, and textiles, as well as live music, artist demonstrations, and food.

rockportartcenter.com/austin-street-art-walk

Downtown , South Austin Street

The Rockport District hosts Second Saturday every month with live music and special themes to enjoy along with the Artwalk, Farmers Market, and Makers Market.

rockportculturalartsdistrict.com/event/second-saturday-art-walk

Downtown , Beaton Street

Sip, shop, and savor the day with a delightful blend of shopping and sipping, where every mimosa is a toast to good finds and great company.

visitcorsicana.com

Kemp Center for the Arts, 1300 Lamar St.

Celebrating the artistry and history of the American traditional tattoo, the Sacred Art exhibit features 100 paintings by tattoo artists from across the United States. Each artist creates their unique interpretation of one of the most iconic symbols found in tattooing: the sacred heart.

artscouncilwf.org/exhibits/sacredart2024

Rockport Festival Grounds at Rockport Harbor, 100 Seabreeze Drive

At this pet-friendly market, enjoy live music throughout the weekend, over 100 vendors, over a dozen food trucks and food vendors, and seating under the shade.

acmtexas.com

tablerock.org, 841 N. Main St.

Embark on a journey to the finest wineries in central Texas. Drive routes that were operated by western stagecoaches until the 1880s. More than just a group of wineries, this trail is a nod to the history of the region and a shared spirit of adventure.

stagecoachtxwinetrail.com

Port Aransas Art Center, 104 N. Alister St.

The Port Aransas Art Center invites art enthusiasts to see the latest exhibits and attend a reception with artists, live music, and refreshments on the first Friday of every month.

portaransasartcenter.org/events-and-exhibits

Faire of Champions, 4033 CR 2212

This winter fantasy fair, where Renaissance meets Comicon, is set on a sprawling 107-acre property. Witness the mightiest of champions in thrilling combat, explore a marketplace filled with handcrafted goods, delicious food, and unique trinkets, and enjoy performances by talented musicians, dancers, and actors. Each weekend features a different theme. Camping is available.

faireofchampions.com

Rattlesnake Ridge, 126 SH 16 South

On Saturdays, see the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s gunfights twice a day at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.

facebook.com/banderagunfighters

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.com

Laura Rathe Fine Art, 4444 Westheimer Road, Suite D120

Laura Rathe Fine Art presents “Wild Kingdom,” a solo exhibition by Hunt Slonem, across both gallery locations. The first opening is in Houston at the River Oaks District on January 9th, followed by Dallas in the Dallas Design District on January 11th. This exhibition features, for the first time in public, several never-before-seen works from Hunt’s personal collection. Signed books are available for purchase.

laurarathe.com/show/laura-rathe-fine-art-wild-kingdom-hunt-slonem-at-lrfa-houston-i

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

Bring your instrument and play along, or just come to listen to the Bluegrass Jam.

theagricultural.org/bluegrass-jams

Various locations

PrintAustin Collective, an artist-led nonprofit, works with local venues and artists to showcase traditional and contemporary approaches in printmaking. The festival offers printmaking-focused experiences and virtual programming.

printaustin.org/events/#!event-list

Various locations

Laredo hosts this party marking its 127th year. The celebration features more than 30 events over 44 days, including an air show, a carnival, pageants depicting the country’s early history, the two-day Jalapeño Festival, one of the country’s truly “international” parades, concerts, and fireworks.

wbcalaredo.org

Various locations

Port Aransas has been Texas’ premier beach destination for generations. Now you’re invited to take a break from the sand and surf to dive into the island’s unique local culture with Restaurant Week. There’s no ticket purchase necessary, simply select the prix-fixe menus that catch your eye and enjoy all the delicious dishes this island has to offer.

portaransas.org/restaurant-week

Asia Times Square, 2625 W. Pioneer Parkway

Asia Times Square hosts its 17th annual Lunar New Year celebration for the Year of the Dragon. Enjoy food and merch vendors, live entertainment, daily lion dances, and a firecracker event on the final weekend.

asiatimessquare.com

Dickies Arena, 1911 Montgomery St.

Witness one of the most authentic western lifestyle experiences anywhere—since 1896. The event offers 23 days of rodeo action with the Best of the West Ranch Rodeo, Best of Mexico Celebración, Cowboys of Color Rodeo, Bulls Night Out Extreme Bull Riding, Texas Champions Challenge, and the FWSSR PRORODEO Tournament. There are also the livestock and horse shows, kids’ activities and exhibits, live music, carnival midway, shopping, and food.

fwssr.com

Austin Playhouse (West Campus), 405 W. 22nd St.

Inspired by conversations with Austin Latina elders, this play spans multiple generations within a single inner-city block as characters struggle to find connection to a place they no longer belong. “She Was Here” provokes audiences to claim their sense of identity, ultimately asking if we can love what makes us different while forgiving what made us that way.

cli.re/91275-she-was-here

The Art Galleries at Austin Community College, 6101 Highland Campus Drive

In collaboration with The Art Galleries at Austin Community College, PrintAustin presents this juried exhibit, a survey of traditional printmaking techniques and innovative approaches in contemporary printmaking.

printaustin.org/events/#!event/2025/1/21/the-contemporary-print

Downtown , Beaton Street

Ladies, treat yourselves to complimentary drinks as you explore downtown. Sip on your favorite beverages and indulge in a shopping spree at our local businesses.

visitcorsicana.com

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

SPI Market Days has been bringing buyers and sellers together for over 25 years. Shop for jewelry, fragrances, clothing, collectibles, arts and crafts, treats, and home décor.

sopadre.com/events

The Menil Collection, 1533 Sul Ross St.

This is the first major museum exhibition in 30 years devoted to the work of the pioneering abstract painter. Renowned for his innovative approach to non-representational painting, American artist Joe Overstreet consistently sought to intertwine abstraction and social politics.

menil.org/joeoverstreet

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Look forward to the unexpected when these four self-proclaimed “eccentric lunatics” spice things up with laugh-out-loud comedy, wild theatrics, arcane errata, and astonishing juggling feats.

thegrand.com

Aransas County Community Center, Rockport Cultural Arts District

“Crossroads” is part of Museum on Main Street, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and state humanities councils nationwide that seeks to create opportunities for underserved rural communities across the country to reflect on their history, culture, and people by showcasing their cultural heritage assets. Other cities taking part in Texas are Bandera, Brenham, Buffalo Gap, Clifton, San Augustine, and San Elizario.

museumonmainstreet.org

Inn of the Hills Hotel and Conference Center, 1001 Junction Highway

Vendors bring clothing, jewelry, gifts, accessories, Texas handmade goods, gourmet food, photography, Scentsy, home décor, and other merchandise.

texasmarketguide.com

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

The “Wild Kratts Live 2.0” is a stage show that has kids across North America buzzing. Dive into another classic Wild Kratts adventure with the Kratt brothers as they combine live action and animation with Martin and Chris live on stage and the rest of the Wild Kratts team on screen.

texasperformingarts.org

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

To kick-off the 100th anniversary year, this grand event includes “A Century of Simon” history exhibit, a Model A car display by Brazos Valley Model A Club, and a showing of “The Merry Widow,” the first movie ever shown at the Simon. All activities are free of charge.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

Galveston Island Convention Center, 5600 Seawall Blvd.

Experience an evening of Texas country music magic. Rising Texas country star Drake Milligan, known for his soulful sound and comparisons to legends like George Strait, headlines the event. Opening the show are The Powell Brothers, Houston’s high-energy country/Southern rock duo led by brothers Taylor and Blake Powell.

galvestoncountrymusicfest.com

Carver Branch Library, 3350 E. Commerce St.

A bus tour explores the Black history of San Antonio with a special focus on iconic leader Martin Luther King Jr. Discover the significant sites and landmarks related to Dr. King that played a crucial role in the Civil Rights Movement. This in-person event provides you with a deeper understanding of the history and legacy of Dr. King and his impact on the community.

eventvesta.com/events/91407/t/tickets

Neill-Cochran House Museum, 2310 San Gabriel St.

Contemporary Austin-based artist Ann Flemings brings the late 1800s to life in her work, weaving personal insight and deep research into her artistic interpretation. For this exhibition, Ann delved into the textile collections of the Neill-Cochran House Museum, immersing herself in hundreds of photographs and hours of study to understand the stories behind these fabrics.

cli.re/91750-threads-of-her-story-opening-reception

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

The Frontier Times Museum presents this jamboree on the fourth Sunday of each month. The event includes live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

NE Metro Park, 15500 Sun Light Near Way

Whether you’re a seasoned trailblazer or a greenhorn just starting out, this event is a wild ride through the ages. Secure your spot, lace up your boots, and get ready to race through time. All ages and skill levels welcome.

cli.re/90005-time-travel-half-marathon10k5k---austin-tx

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

A brand new event, Pickleball on Padre offers group lessons and open play for players looking for a court to show off their skills. All lessons are provided by John Raschillia, a certified instructor by the Pickleball Coaching International, Dynamite Doubles, and IPTPA organizations.

sopadre.com/events

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

In the air, water, and even underfoot, insects inhabit every domain of our daily lives, performing essential functions that balance our fragile ecosystem. By using cutting-edge technology and custom methods, artist Bob Sober created an exhibition that allows viewers to see this hidden world like never before.

templeparks.com

Mineshaft Saloon at Magic Time Machine, 900 I-410 Loop Northeast

Join a night of stories, experiences, and investigations into the Dogman phenomenon with Josh Turner, host of the popular show “Paranormal Round Table.” From the Land of the Lakes to Texas and beyond, stories of frightening encounters with a supernatural being known as Dogman have been in local legends for generations. What is this mysterious creature, and what can we learn from these terrifying accounts?

symposiumofthestrange.com/tickets/

Buda Public Library, 405 E. Loop St. Unit 100

Celebrated Texas artist Ronald Gross brings his inspiring Crayonuary initiative to life with a talk and demo. Crayon enthusiasts and creativity seekers are invited to explore art’s simplest yet most transformative tool: crayons. During the event, Gross shares insights into the fundamentals of art, his personal journey with crayons, and how they became a source of daily inspiration and therapeutic practice.

budalibrary.libcal.com/event/13613192

Various locations, 1311 Chestnut St.

Explore Cajun culture and Mardi Gras traditions at this cultural exchange event, embracing the spirit and heritage of Evangeline Parish, Louisiana, right in Bastrop. There’s a Mardi Gras ball, parade, live music, and kids’ activities.

bastroptxmardigras.com

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

Kevin Hart is touring nationally with his ninth standup special, “Acting My Age.” Hart’s last special, “Reality Check,” was named the No. 1 comedy tour of 2022 by Billboard, and in 2023, Billboard named Hart the highest-grossing comedian of the year.

texasperformingarts.org

Empire Control Room and Garage, 606 E. Seventh St.

Death from Above 1979 is a Canadian rock duo consisting of bassist Jesse F. Keeler and drummer and vocalist Sebastien Grainger from Toronto, Ontario, formed in 2001. Spiritual Cramp is an American punk rock band formed in San Francisco, California in 2017. The band’s musical style incorporates elements of various genres, including new wave, classic punk, reggae, and ‘90s alternative rock.

empireatx.com

Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St.

Based on the Academy Award-winning movie, this enchanting, hilarious, romantic stage play reimagines William Shakespeare’s creative process and explores his inspiration as he writes “Romeo and Juliet.”

bastropoperahouse.org

Rockport Center for the Arts, 204 S. Austin St.

See oil paintings and works on paper by Texas-based artist Billy Hassell.

rockportartcenter.com

Aloft El Paso Downtown, 303 Texas Ave.

The storied architecture of El Paso contains symbols of both pre-Columbian and modern styles. This tour provides a comprehensive look into the diverse architecture of downtown El Paso.

tomlea.com/events

The Contemporary Austin —Jones Center, 700 Congress Ave.

Celebrate the opening of “Jiab Prachakul: Sweet Solitude,” “Raven Halfmoon: Flags of Our Mothers,” and “HOST: Tenant of Culture.” Mingle with friends and artists on the rooftop for live music and enjoy complimentary cocktails.

thecontemporaryaustin.org/event/spring-2025-public-opening-reception

Ford Center at The Star, 9 Cowboys Way

The Dallas Open brings professional tennis players from around the world to Ford Center at The Star in Frisco.

dallasopen.com/en

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

From the Grand Ole Opry to Carnegie Hall, Larry, Steve, and Rudy-The Gatlin Brothers-are Grammy Award winners who have wowed audiences for more than 67 years in venues and stages all over the world. Top hits include “Broken Lady” and “All The Gold in California.”

thegrand.com

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

People come in all shapes and sizes, and so do bugs. In connection with the “Small Wonders: Insects in Focus” exhibit, join in for a day of activities and crafts. Learn about all kinds of insects, how they live, and even which ones are good to eat.

templeparks.com

Street Dreams, 7914 SH 16 South

If you think you have a cool car, come out and enjoy fellowship with other car enthusiasts. Coffee is provided.

streetdreamstexas.com

Abner Jackson Plantation Site, Farm-to-Market Road 2004 near State Highway 332

Visit the historic archeological site once owned by Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Formerly a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the same hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Discover the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s.

ljhistory.org

Levi Jordan Plantation State Historic Site, 10510 FM 524

State historic site’s staff members teach about the enslaved people and sharecroppers who lived here during the plantation and post-emancipation eras and the archaeology history associated with them.

visitlevijordanplantation.com

First Presbyterian Church, 301 SH 35 North

This annual event consists of a pottery fair with over 20 potters and clay demonstrations. There’s also gallery art walks, solo exhibits, a reception, and potters from around Texas displaying their works, which are for sale to the public.

rockportartcenter.com

Rattlesnake Ridge, 126 SH 16 South

On Saturdays, see the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s gunfights twice a day at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.

facebook.com/banderagunfighters

Magik Theatre, 420 S. Alamo St.

An elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best friends, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all. She’s even happier and more excited than usual. That’s because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a day when anything is possible. With catchy tunes, lively dances, and plenty of laughs, this show promises an entertaining experience perfect for young audiences ages 3 and up.

magiktheatre.org/elephant-and-piggies-we-are-in-a-play

DoubleTree Austin , 1617 I-35 North

Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a prime suspect before you know it.

eventvesta.com/events/91432/t/tickets

Rockport Center for the Arts, 204 S. Austin St.

Houston artist Eric DePan displays his glass works at this exhibition. An artist reception takes place on March 8.

rockportartcenter.com

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

A singer, composer, and actor, Lyle Lovett has broadened the definition of “American music” in a career that spans 14 albums. Coupled with his gift for storytelling, the Texas-based musician fuses elements of country, swing, jazz, folk, gospel, and blues.

thegrand.com

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.com

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.

The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit “Menopause The Musical” is finally here. Join in on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail. Mature content and language.

cowancenter.org

Unity Theatre, 300 Church St.

This American classic is a touching play about the profound idea of “home” and what that really means to us.

unitybrenham.org

Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.

See the show that fuses live art created in real time with a rock concert, imaginative movement, powerful vocal performances, light-hearted comedy, and blacklight Bunraku, all in one magical experience.

caillouxperformingarts.com

Unchained.Art Contemporary Gallery, 1601 E. Cesar Chavez St., Unit 101

Unchained.Art Gallery presents “Tales in Ink,” the second solo exhibition in Austin by Juliette Lepage Boisdron, a Parisian-born multidisciplinary artist who is known for her poetic and thought-provoking aesthetic universe. Her creations blend extensive cultural influences with a deeply personal artistic vision. This exhibition highlights Boisdron’s evolution and latest works, bringing together a complex narrative, playful yet profound, through mystical and majestic women, caring insects, large expressive eyes, exuberant plants, and plenty of animals all coexisting in harmony. Rendered in Chinese and Indian ink on Xuanzhi rice paper, occasionally acrylic and delicate stitching, this body of work is a continuation of Boisdron’s exploration of the role of women and the fragility of our environment. She speaks to courage, vulnerability, and power. At first glance, her scenes may seem simple and playful, yet they resonate with deeper feminist and ecological themes. The relationships her characters share—with each other and their own emotions—unfold in intricate, layered narratives that examine societal norms while evoking maternal, familial, and intergenerational relationships. Free from academic constraints, the artist’s instinctive and visionary approach is rooted in creativity and emotional spontaneity. Her works alternate between figurative, subtly raw compositions and abstract, organic creations, each infused with a persistent, radiant energy. Her complex work, free of all concessions, confronts us with the emotions of our human condition, our relationship with others and with the universe that surrounds us.

unchained.art

Downtown, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, drinks, food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Various locations, Main Street

Participating fine art galleries remain open until 8 p.m. so visitors have time to explore the various events and exhibits planned throughout the day and enjoy local refreshments. Just look for the galleries flying the Art Walk flag.

facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064290055522

Blue Genie, 6100 Airport Blvd., Suite C

PrintEXPO is PrintAustin’s annual print fair, featuring over 100 artists, galleries, shops, and universities. All weekend, purchase original artwork from regional, national, and international talent to add to your art collection. Experience live steamroller printing, plus make-and-take print projects and demonstrations.

printexpo.org

Bastrop Museum and Visitor Center, 904 Main St.

Explore the Bastrop Museum’s historic quilt collection with pieces ranging from the 1850s to modern day. This coincides with the time-honored tradition of the Airing of the Quilts through the Bastrop community, where local businesses host a variety of quilts from the community.

bastropcountyhistoricalsociety.com/event-details-registration/stitched-exhibit

The Bugle Boy , 1051 N. Jefferson St.

Hear Americana music from the Badlands of West Texas. West Texas Exiles evokes the ghosts of southwestern Americana at its snake-bit best while pointing the way to new horizons.

thebugleboy.org

Draylen Mason Music Studio at KMFA, 41 Navasota St.

Hailing from Austin, Chaski is a musical duo comprised of Adrienne Inglis and Shana Norton. Their music has spanned multiple generations, reinventing the sound of a classical flute/harp duo with otherworldly compositions and performances since 1985.

cli.re/91543-kmfa-offbeat-concert-series-chaski

Inspired Minds Art Center, 121 Main St.

This dynamic troupe of comedians, actors, and all-around entertainers is ready to captivate with a show like no other. Expect the unexpected, as every performance is completely improvised, made up on the spot, and never to be repeated. Will it be comedy, drama, dance, or a mix of all three? There’s only one way to find out.

cli.re/92173-gravy-shakes-improv-night

TobyMac at Texas Trust CU Theatre, 1001 Texas Trust Way

Christian rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer TobyMac is known for his dynamic stage presence and energized performances. He never fails to leave the crowd’s spirits lifted up high.

grandprairietheatre.com/events/tobymac-07-february-2025

The Centrum, 6823 Cypresswood Drive

Although the band got its start on a farm in Paw Paw, West Virginia, Asleep at the Wheel became a cornerstone of the Austin, Texas scene upon its arrival in 1973. Inspired by Western swing and honky-tonk country, the band has accrued 10 Grammy Awards.

cypresscreekface.org

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Look forward to hearing tales of Jaston Williams’ theatrical life-from the 90-year-old Radio City Rockette’s last words, to Aunt Pearl and Vera Carp stumbling onto a drug bust, and the Vietnamese waiter who was terrified of champagne, and “doing everything his mama told him not to.”

thegrand.com

Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historical Site, 1702 N. 13th St.

On a guided tour, hear oral histories from those who lived at the Varner-Hogg Plantation throughout its history. Discover why oral histories are crucial to understanding this site’s story and learn how to conduct your own oral histories using tools you already have.

visitvarnerhoggplantation.com

The Clarion at Brazosport College, 500 College Drive

For this show, “Traditions, Old and New,” the symphony orchestra performs with the Brazosport College Choirs. The program includes songs from classical composers such as Mozart and Fauré and the marching band composers Sousa and Lowden.

brazosportcenter.org

Jefferson Convention and Visitor Center, 305 E. Austin St.

Welcome Mardi Gras season with an evening of fun, food and drinks, live entertainment, dancing, costumes, and the crowning of the 2025 Mardi Gras King and Queen.

mardigrasupriver.com

Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.

The band has been a Hill Country favorite for more than a decade. See the group perform “Jukebox Saturday Night,” featuring guest singer Berklee College of Music graduate Jessie Wren.

caillouxperformingarts.com

Holiday Inn, 105 Bintu Drive

Discover a variety of vendors offering metaphysical products, healing services, and wellness resources. Attend insightful workshops and classes to expand your knowledge and connect with like-minded individuals. Crystals, tarot readings, energy healing, and a positive atmosphere are all part of the fun. Admission is free.

cli.re/92176-san-marcos-metaphysical-and-holistic-fair

H-E-B Center, 2100 Avenue Of The Stars

Get ready for high-flying fun as the famous Harlem Globetrotters make their victorious return. Witness the trick-shot stars of basketball live as they bring their signature spins, dunks, and slams to the court, taking on their determined rivals, the Washington Generals.

visitcedarparktexas.com/event/harlem-globetrotters-2025-world-tour/1409

Brockman Music and Performing Arts Center, Rice University, 6100 Main St.

The Escher Quartet returns to play Mozart, Brahms, and a co-commissioned piece by Chris Rogerson, featuring award-winning Jamaican-American violist Jordan Bak.

chambermusichouston.org/concerts/2025-02-11-escher

Mohawk, 912 Red River St.

Thus Love is a self-styled queer post-punk band from Brattleboro, Vermont, formed in late 2019 during the COVID-19 pandemic, who are noted for their odd headgear.

resoundpresents.com

The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences, 1300 Mac Davis Lane

Cameron Mackintosh presents the acclaimed production of Boublil and Schönberg’s Tony Award-winning musical phenomenon, “Les Misérables.” This brilliant staging has taken the world by storm. Set against the backdrop of 19th century France, “Les Misérables” tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice, and redemption–a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.

americantheatreguild.com/lubbock/shows/les-miserables

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.

How do you make Beatles music even more fun? Take it to Mardi Gras in New Orleans and orchestrate it all for a big band. Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson, along with their Fabulous Equinox Orchestra, make their own revisions to America’s songbook, including melodies from more recent history.

cowancenter.org

St. Rogers Depot, 420 N. Campbell St.

As the founder of Rocketbuster Boots, one of the world’s most iconic custom boot makers, Nevena Christi has become an El Paso legend. Marty Snortum, the owner of Marty Snortum Studios, is considered one of the Southwest’s top photographers. Join a conversation with the couple as they discuss how they balance marriage and family life while achieving international acclaim in their artistic endeavors. Enjoy charcuterie tastings.

tomlea.com/events

Various locations

Spend an evening shopping for last-minute Valentine’s Day gifts at local boutiques while enjoying chocolate treats at all participating places. The Shop Around continues through the weekend with fun deals and specials throughout town.

portaransas.org/events/shop-around/chocolate-crawl/

Main Plaza, 115 N. Main Ave.

Celebrate Texas’ biggest wedding of the year. Main Plaza Conservancy and Historic Bexar County Courthouse invites visitgors to celebrate the nuptials of hundreds of couples arriving for midnight Valentine’s Day weddings. This annual event includes a pre-ceremony reception on Main Plaza with wedding vendors, live music, and special giveaways for the newlyweds. At midnight the crowd gathers on the historic courthouse steps to witness the mass wedding that welcomes couples from all over the state.

mainplaza.org

Austin Convention Center, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St.

This family-friendly event is a chance to explore over 250,000 square feet of RVs, outdoor living essentials, and accessories. Compare top brands and dealers like Crestview RV Buda, Crestview RV Georgetown, RV Land, Princess Craft RV, Ron Hoover RV and Marine Centers, Airstream of Austin, and Blue Compass RV—all offering their best deals of the year. The Austin RV Expo isn’t just about shopping—it’s about embracing the RV lifestyle. Join engaging seminars led by experts from Texas State Parks and industry professionals, offering practical tips and inspiration for both seasoned RV enthusiasts and first-timers. Live music performances by talented artists add to the fun, creating a vibrant atmosphere perfect for families.

austinrvexpo.com

Fredericksburg Trade Days, 355 Sunny Farms Lane

Shop more than 350 vendors in seven barns and acres of antiques, collectibles, tools, crafts, shabby chic, primitives, ranch furniture, hunting accessories, candles, unique clothing, jewelry, food, and other items.

fbgtradedays.com

Fredericksburg Theater Company, 1668 US 87 South

This Tony Award-winning musical is based on the bestselling novels and century-old story of how an orphan boy becomes the legendary Peter Pan. From marauding pirates and jungle tyrants to unwilling comrades and unlikely heroes, this highly theatrical production playfully explores the depths of greed and despair and the bonds of friendship, duty, and love.

fbgtc.org

Granville Arts Center, 300 N. Fifth St.

The symphony orchestra performs Richard Strauss’ “Death and Transfiguration,” as well as Jean Sibelius’ Violin Concerto, featuring virtuoso Luke Hsu.

garlandsymphony.org

Lamar Volunteer Fire Department, 302 Bois D’Arc Lamar Peninsula

At this annual festival, visitors can enjoy food, live entertainment, a parade, and other festivities on the Lamar Peninsula. The event benefits the Lamar Volunteer Fire Department.

lamardigras.com

The Barnhill Center at Historic Simon Theatre, 111 W. Main St.

This amazing Grand Ole Opry member was the original star of the hit musical, “Always, Patsy Cline,” at the Ryman Auditorium. The long-running show got rave reviews and sold out nightly.

thebarnhillcenter.com/events

House of Rock, 511 Starr St.

This event features over 25 songwriters and performers from all across the region as well as several workshops and panel discussions on the craft and business of being a songwriter and musician in the modern age.

ccsongwriters.com

Gruene Hall, 1281 Gruene Road

Texas Female Artist of the Decade and reigning Female Vocalist of the Year, Bri Bagwell is a force to be reckoned with from her rousingly fun live performances to trailblazing recordings garnering her thirteen No. 1 singles on Texas Country Radio and counting. Performing 100 shows a year, she has shared the stage with a long list of esteemed artists, including Willie Nelson, Miranda Lambert, Robert Earl Keen, Kacey Musgraves, Reckless Kelly, and Dwight Yoakam.

gruenehall.thundertix.com/events/238437

San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts, 1 Love St.

In this revealing series of photographs, James Mollison invites us into the diverse stories of children in many different countries and circumstances. Each studio-style portrait is accompanied by a detailed study of the child’s “bedroom,” which can range from elaborate sanctuaries to the barest spaces set aside for sleep.

samfa.org/upcoming-exhibits

Base at Extraco Events Center, 4601 Bosque Blvd.

A yearly sold-out event, the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Induction Banquet features the year’s newest inductees from a variety of sports.

tshof.org/induction.html

Old Mercantile, North of the railroad tracks on North Main Street

This West Texas tradition, celebrating its 13th year, is a throwback celebration that combines live music, small town vibes, and good old-fashioned surprises. Held in a refurbished mercantile store from the early 1900s, situated next to a rodeo corral, the venue alone adds its own charm and mystique to the annual celebration.

valentineinvalentinetx.com

Pasadena Convention Center, 7902 Fairmont Parkway

The Greater Houston Train Show attracts rail fans from across Texas and Louisiana. See operating layouts, take classes on railroads and modeling subjects, participate in National Model Railroad Association contests, and shop from an array of vendors from across the Southwest.

sanjacmodeltrains.org

Gulf Coast Bird Observatory, 299 SH 332 West

Watch volunteers collect baseline data on bird populations at the sanctuary. The monthly banding station events are an excellent opportunity to see birds up close and to learn all the birds of the Brazosport area.

gcbo.org

Amarillo Museum of Art, 2200 S. Van Buren St.

Chamber Music Amarillo and the Amarillo Symphony present this show at the Amarillo Museum of Art, where their performance complements the theme “Mountains and Oceans.” The ensemble—flutist Virginia Broffitt Kunzer, oboist Kathleen Carter-Bell, and bassoonist Conor Bell—performs works inspired by the art.

amarillosymphony.org

Blanton Museum of Art, 200 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

No artist creates in isolation. Shared visual languages, techniques, and concerns shape artistic innovation. “In Creative Harmony” explores the ways in which artists inspire each other by highlighting the relationships between three pairs of artists.

blantonmuseum.org/exhibition/in-creative-harmony-three-artistic-partnerships

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

Gobo, Red, Mokey, Wembley, and Boober Fraggle discover the legend of the Celebration Stone—an ancient Fraggle treasure that has the power to bring everyone together for the greatest party of all time, but was shattered and lost generations ago. As the Fraggles set off on a journey exploring new caves within Fraggle Rock and even beyond, they discover magic that they never knew existed, and learn to work together to unite the lost pieces of the magical artifact.

texasperformingarts.org

Downtown

Whether you participate in the marathon, half marathon or 5K, or cheer on the runners, this is an exciting race through downtown Austin.

youraustinmarathon.com

Fredericksburg Methodist Church, 1800 N. Llano St.

Various musicians play a concert. Dr. Sabrina Adrian plays this show. She studied organ with Dr. Frank Speller at The University of Texas.

fredericksburgmusicclub.com/schedule.html

Irving Arts Center, 3333 N. MacArthur Blvd.

The Las Colinas Symphony presents violinist Luke Hsu, playing Sibelius’ “Violin Concerto.” The orchestra also plays Beethoven’s “Leonora Overture No. 3,” and Richard Strauss’ “Death and Transfiguration.”

lascolinassymphony.org

Music Hall at Fair Park, 909 First Ave.

Experience the magic of live jazz music at Bishop Arts Theatre Center.

ticketmaster.com/event/0C00614BD8455D88

Washington County Expo , 1305 E. Blue Bell Road

Shop a wide selection of gently used donated books, tapes, and vinyl records. Proceeds from this huge book sale benefit Brenham’s Nancy Carol Roberts Memorial Library.

The Vortex, 2307 Manor Road #2135

As one of Austin’s most progressive festivals, OUTsider brings together Austin’s LGBTQ community for three days of creation and inspiration. This multidisciplinary art festival showcases film, performance art, music, and visual art.

outsiderfest.org

Bishop Arts Theatre , 215 S. Tyler St.

“The Stamped Project” is a collection of short plays penned by six local playwrights inspired by Jason Reynolds’s searing book “Stamped: Racism, Antiracism, and You.” The production includes audience talkbacks led by several of Dallas’s most prominent community leaders, including Jerry Hawkins, executive director of Dallas Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation.

bishopartstheatre.org/event/the-stamped-project-4th-annual-banned-books-festival

Ford Center at The Star, 9 Cowboys Way

The World Olympic Gymnastics Academy (WOGA) Classic and Valeri Liukin Invitational bring together competitors from all across the United States and other countries. Experience these fantastic competitions under one roof.

woga.net/woga-classic-home

Moody Center , 2001 Robert Dedman Drive

Watch the San Antonio Spurs take on the Phoenix Suns on February 20th and then the Detroit Pistons on February 21st.

moodycenteratx.com/events/category/sports

Various locations

Each year since 1996, the Whooping Crane Festival has celebrated the annual return of the cranes to their wintering habitat at the Aransas National Wildlife Refuge. The Texas Coastal Bend is the only place where you can see the world’s last naturally occurring population of Whooping Cranes. The event has renowned speakers, birding trips, boating trips, nature tours, photography workshops, and a trade show.

portaransas.org/whooping-crane-festival

Sul Ross State University, 400 N. Harrison St.

Poets, musicians, songwriters, and wordsmiths come together for this eclectic event celebrating the oral traditions of the working cowboy. This year’s event commemorates 39 years of cowboy poetry in Alpine, with a range of both free and ticketed performances.

lonestarcowboypoetry.com

11th Street Cowboy Bar, 307 11th St

Join the fun at the 11th Street Cowboy Bar for three days of a Mardi Gras celebration that include Cajun food and live zydeco music. And enjoy all the colorful floats and parade entries as they travel down Bandera’s Main Street.

11thstreetcowboybar.com

Historic Strand District, 2302 Strand St.

Texas’ largest Mardi Gras celebrates its 114th iteration with more than 20 parades and concerts and over 3 million beads. Witness the Guinness World Record-breaking Funky Uptown Umbrella Brigade, run in the Jolly Jester Jaunt 5K, and dance to live performances.

mardigrasgalveston.com

Bastrop Opera House, 711 Spring St.

In a Gotham-like city, a terrible water shortage, caused by a 20-year drought, has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. The citizens must use public amenities, regulated by a single malevolent company that profits by charging admission for one of humanity’s most basic needs. Amid the people, a hero decides that he’s had enough and plans a revolution to lead them all to freedom.

bastropoperahouse.org

The Clarion at Brazosport College, 500 College Drive

Phil Vassar is an artist, songwriter, entertainer and two-time ASCAP Songwriter of the Year, with 10 No. 1 singles and 27 Top 40 hits.

brazosport.edu/clarion

Watermelon Thump Pavilion, 319 E. Davis St.

Join the Luling American Legion Post #177 for this Tolbert sanctioned-chili and bean cook-off and barbecue cook-off. Celebrate two days of food, fun, and festivities. Bring your best recipes and compete in chili, beans, ribs, brisket, an open meat category, margaritas, and bloody marys.

facebook.com/legion177

The Bugle Boy , 1051 N. Jefferson St.

The winner of “The Voice” (season 11) delivers soulful country rock and Americana with powerful lungs, Southern grit, and Texas-sized charisma.

thebugleboy.org

Downtown, 104 E. Kleberg Ave.

Enjoy downtown Kingsville in a whole new way by sipping and shopping the whole way through. Main Street small businesses are open through the evening and visiting vendors line the street.

facebook.com/events/785234210376739

Westwood Country Club, 3808 W. 35th St.

The ATX Open returns as Austin’s premier professional tour-level tennis tournament, bringing world-class women athletes and tennis action to the heart of Texas. See top-ranked Americans Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys play.

atxopen.com

Stahlman Park, 2211 Bluewater Highway

The race offers something for every level of runner, with a marathon, half marathon, 5K, and a kids K. Races start as the sun rises over the water and follow the public beach to San Luis Pass, then return. The entire course is on firm, smooth sand. A post-run party includes Texas barbecue, drinks, and games. 

surfsidebeachmarathon.com

Varner-Hogg Plantation State Historical Site, 1702 N. 13th St.

Learn about the people who lived at the plantation at different times throughout the site’s history. The tour includes information about the enslaved people’s skills and the accomplishments of cowboys like Hal Fields.

visitvarnerhoggplantation.com

Shop a range of merchandise at this Mardi Gras arts and crafts show located at the Bandera County Courthouse lawn.

banderatex.com

Mansfield Park Rodeo Arena, 2886 SH 16 North

Watch as talented bull riders attempt to beat the clock and stay atop excited bulls, putting on a great show the whole family can enjoy.

ridingonfaithrodeo.com

Central Mall , 3100 FM 365

Taste the best gumbos created by local restaurants and groups and cooked up in the Cajun Capital of Texas. This event also features live entertainment from the Rollin Bones Band and a silent auction to raise funds for charity.

visitportarthurtx.com

Downtown , 825 W. Spring St.

Discover the joyous spirit of Mardi Gras with a Texas twist in downtown Palestine. The parade features lively music, dazzling floats, and a festive atmosphere buzzing with excitement and family fun.

visitpalestine.com

Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, 630 S. Oakes St.

Celebrate the contributions of the buffalo soldiers to West Texas and the military frontier. Buffalo soldiers were Black soldiers who mainly served on the Western frontier after the Civil War. Their duties included helping with westward expansion, building roads and infrastructure, and guarding the U.S. mail.

fortconcho.com

Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Drive

The classic film “Dirty Dancing” sees its first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered film like never before on a full-size cinema screen, with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs.

texasperformingarts.org

Frontier Times Museum, 510 13th St.

The Frontier Times Museum presents this jamboree on the fourth Sunday of each month. The event includes live music, storytelling, and fun for all ages.

frontiertimesmuseum.org

Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive

No violinist more beautifully captures and conveys the joy of music than Itzhak Perlman, the undeniable reigning virtuoso of violin. In this extraordinary recital, he is joined by his musical partner of 25 years, Rohan De Silva, in a program celebrating the classical tradition through Perlman’s insightful and modern mastery of the violin and De Silva’s ingeniously fluid accompaniment.

thelongcenter.org/events/itzhak-perlman-2

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.

Jane Pauley is one of broadcasting’s most respected journalists and hosts. Prior to anchoring on CBS, Pauley spent over a decade on NBC’s “Today” and co-hosted “Dateline NBC.” She is the recipient of multiple Emmy Awards, the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism, the Edward R. Murrow Award for outstanding achievement, and the Gracie Allen Award from the Foundation of American Women in Radio and Television.

cowancenter.org

The Event Centre Downtown, 700 Crockett St.

Experience the ultimate celebration of community and culture at Mardi Gras Southeast Texas. There’s fun for all, including parades, concerts, arts and crafts, food vendors, a carnival, and street entertainment.

mardigrastx.com

Unity Theatre, 300 Church St.

When a bright, liberal, Harvard Law School graduate embarks on a clerkship with conservative Supreme Court Justice Antonin Scalia, she discovers him to be both an infuriating sparring partner and an unexpected mentor. This critically acclaimed drama depicts two polar opposite and passionate people risking heart and soul to defend their version of the truth.

unitybrenham.org

Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.

The symphony presents its final concert of the seasion, “Bach Beethoven Boom,” featuring Beethoven’s “Egmont Overture,” Bach’s Violin Concerto in E Major, and the symphony’s first-ever performance of Mahler’s grand Symphony No. 1 “Titan,” followed by the biggest “boom” of classical music, Tchaikovsky’s “1812 Overture.”

symphonyofthehills.org

The Palace, 112 W. Sixth Ave.

Direct from London’s West End, The Barricade Boys are a theatrical vocal group with powerhouse vocals, slick dance routines, and an array of varied music that transports audiences back through every era.

corsicanapalace.com

Various locations

First conceived in 1937 by local business leaders, the event commemorates the Mexican heritage of the area on both sides of the Rio Grande and is named in honor of the dashing Mexican gentleman cowboy. Festivities include parades, a carnival, a costume ball, and the the Sombrero Festival.

charrodaysfiesta.com

Riders Field, 7300 RoughRiders Trail

The Frisco Classic is a premier early season collegiate baseball tournament. As has been the case in previous events, the event includes four of the nation’s top teams. The lineup features the 2023 NCAA Men’s College World Series champion Louisiana State University alongside the University of Nebraska, Kansas State University, and Sam Houston State University.

friscoclassic.com

Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine, 137 Rick Francis St.

Ginger Francis, one of the earliest and most ardent supporters of Texas Tech University Health Science Center El Paso, leads a tour of the remarkable art on campus. This tour reveals how each piece of art is intricately connected to the borderland ethos, unfolding a rich narrative as you explore the campus.

tomlea.com

Center for the Arts & Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

With music and lyrics by Dolly Parton and a book by Patricia Resnick, the musical is based on the seminal 1980 hit movie. Set in the late 1970s, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic.

brazosportcenter.org

Downtown

The 36th annual event, themed Rock ‘n’ Roll on the River, offers all-day festivities including children’s activities, a carnival, food trucks, arts and craft vendors, a parade, and plenty of costumes, free beads, T-shirts, king cake, and crayfish.

mardigrasupriver.com

South Padre Island Convention Center, 7355 Padre Blvd.

Enjoy a car, truck, and motorcycle show with a tattoo expo featuring some of the finest tattoo artists in Texas.

sopadre.com/events

The Clarion at Brazosport College, 500 College Drive

Ruthie Foster is a singer-songwriter of blues and folk music, mixing a wide palette of American song forms, including gospel, blues, jazz, folk, and soul. She has often been compared to Bonnie Raitt and Aretha Franklin.

brazosport.edu/clarion

Whitecap Beach, Whitecap Boulevard

Embrace the spirit of the Gulf Coast at the Barefoot Mardi Gras, a vibrant and laid-back twist on the traditional Mardi Gras celebration. Set along the beautiful beaches of Corpus Christi, this annual event brings the parade energy of Mardi Gras to the shore, where attendees trade beads for bare feet and enjoy a one-of-a-kind beachfront parade.

barefootmardigras.com

Temple Railroad and Heritage Museum, 315 W. Avenue B

Want to show off your geeky side? Come out to the museum for Geek Out Family Day. Dress up as your favorite superhero, cartoon, or video game character. Enjoy the nerdier side of life and geek on.

templeparks.com

Downtown, 235-353 S. Commercial St.

A family-friendly Mardi Gras offers a variety of activities. Attendees can browse local vendor booths, enjoy live zydeco music, savor cuisine from food trucks, explore the kids’ area, and participate in the gumbo cookoff competition.

aransaspass.org

Five Points Plaza, 100 S. Broadway St.

Experience the magic of Main Street every first Friday of the month from March to May. The historic district transforms into a vibrant hub of activity with live music, shopping, art walks, car shows, and rotating fun each month.

visitlaportetx.com

Victoria Fine Arts Center, 1002 Sam Houston Drive

Experience a photo montage of the history of Victoria by Westwater Arts accompanied by the Victoria Symphony Orchestra and a performance of Sibelius’ Second Symphony heralded by many as the modern follow-up of Beethoven’s monumental symphonies.

victoriasymphony.com

Central Park, 201 S. Austin St.

This event, sponsored by the Daughters of the Republic of Texas and city of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department, celebrates 189 years since the signing of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

visitseguin.com

On the first Saturday of the month, arts and crafts vendors set up pop-up shops featuring original works along Main Street, while farmers sell produce, canned goods, and baked items.

banderabusiness.com

On Saturdays, see the Bandera Cattle Company Gunfighters reenact 1800s gunfights twice a day at Rattlesnake Ridge, located behind the Bandera Visitors Center.

facebook.com/banderagunfighters

Western Trail Heritage Park, 415 Main St.

Enjoy free cowboy fun on Main Street in downtown Bandera. Activities can include chuckwagon storyteller, rides on a saddle-broke longhorn, and horse-drawn wagon tours of the town. At Western Trail Heritage Park, see reenactments from the Western Trail Gunfighters at 10 a.m. and noon.

banderacowboycapital.com

Various locations

For the month of March, visitors can enjoy margaritas from restaurants all over Port Aransas. Try a classic or find a funky new favorite, each participating restaurant has put its own unique twist on the typical margarita.

portaransas.org

Center for the Arts and Sciences, 400 College Blvd.

This show (check for dates throughout the month) features a 30-foot dome equipped with a Spitz Star Ball projector that reproduces the night sky, along with a variety of other high-tech equipment to give visitors a close-up feel of comets, exploding stars, and black holes.

brazosportcenter.org

Abner Jackson Plantation Site, FM 2004 near State Highway 332, behind Target

Visit the historic archeological site once owned by Maj. Abner Jackson, the namesake of the city of Lake Jackson. Formerly a prosperous sugar plantation, the site was destroyed by the same hurricane that devastated Galveston in 1900. Discover the sugar-making process of the 1840s and how convict labor replaced slave labor during the 1870s on this monthly tour.

ljhistory.org

Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Market Days features artists and crafters bringing their own original handcrafted items. Hill Country Swap Meet is a community garage sale/flea market.

kerrmarketdays.org

Hill Country Arts Foundation, 120 Point Theatre Road

Artist Janelle Lindley displays her work in metal, pottery, and wood in this exhibit.

hcaf.com

Cailloux Theater, 910 Main St.

Matthew Lord, Blake Davidson, and Grace Lord perform together as Three Redneck Tenors, creating a show that’s a combination of outstanding music and outrageous humor for the stage.

caillouxperformingarts.com

Museum of Western Art, 1550 Bandera Highway

This exhibition features bronze works by Bandera artists Shermalee and Lou Mack.

museumofwesternart.com

Historic Herff Farm, 33 Herff Road

Find what you need at this market open every Saturday, whether you want to hike the trails, shop in the open air, get gardening inspiration, take classes on growing food, volunteer at the Cibolo Center for Conservation, or get new recipe ideas.

cibolo.org/locations/farmersmarket

Texas Trust CU Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Texas Trust Way

Enjoy a night of soulful sounds at the 20th annual festival featuring legendary blues artists King George, Tucka, Pokey Bear, West Love, J’Wonn, Glenn Jones, and Ronnie Bell.

texastrustcutheatre.com

Traders Village, 2602 Mayfield Road

Enjoy live zydeco music, stilt walkers, beads, mask decorating for the kids, food trucks, beignets, and, of course, plenty of crawfish.

tradersvillage.com/grand-prairie

Wimberley Community Center, 14068 Ranch Road 12

Experience a day filled with spiritual enlightenment and holistic wellness. A variety of vendors offer metaphysical products, healing services, and wellness resources. Attend insightful workshops and classes. Whether you’re seeking crystals, tarot readings, energy healing, or simply a positive atmosphere, this event has something for everyone.

cli.re/92172-wimberley-metaphysical-and-holistic-fair

Town Center, 2099 Lake Robbins Drive

The Woodlands Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifying event, and the fastest course in Texas on average. It qualifies close to 11% of its registered runners in the marathon for the Boston Marathon.

visitthewoodlands.com/events/races-and-competitions/the-woodlands-marathon

Water Street Oyster Bar, 309 N. Water St.

Join along for the third annual Texas Oyster Round Up to learn more about Texas oyster farming. Enjoy speakers and music while slurping up the flavors of the coast with different styles of oysters.

facebook.com/events/863093248964792

Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle

The YOSA Philharmonic Orchestra presents a full performance of Carl Orff’s “Carmina Burana” with the San Antonio Mastersingers. Known for its thunderous rhythms and soaring melodies, Orff’s raucous setting of 24 medieval poems engages with themes of love, life, and fate with satirical undertones.

music.yosa.org/carmina

Heritage Village, 157 PR 6000

Don’t miss this program of history, music, and a toast with Texas spring water with a black powder rifle salute. Texans gather to share in this special reflection on history.

heritage-village.org

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Itzhak Perlman is an Israeli-American violinist. He has performed worldwide in venues that have included a state dinner for Elizabeth II at the White House in 2007, and at the 2009 inauguration of Barack Obama.

thegrand.com

Main Street, 100 S. Broadway St.

Main Street Trade Days is a monthly event held on the first Saturday of every month. This outdoor market features a wide array of vendors selling antiques, collectibles, repurposed furniture, and handcrafted goods.

visitlaportetx.com/mainstreettradedays

Addison Theatre Centre, 15650 Addison Road, 1800 Alma Drive (matinee show)

Ballet Ensemble of Texas joins the Plano Symphony Orchestra woodwind quintet and piano to perform Saint-Saen’s “Carnival of the Animals,” with fantastic animal costumes and dance. Music from “The Lion King” and “Little Mermaid” round out the program which ends in a dance party. The March 9 matinee performance is a sensory-friendly concert.

planosymphony.org

The Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, 3200 Darnell St.

The first museum exhibition to survey the interdisciplinary artist’s long relationship with painting focuses on the past decade of the Venezuelan American’s career and features more than 40 paintings, several drawings, and a video that considers painting as a performative act.

themodern.org

The Sheep Walk Ranch, 5305 SH 173 North

Texas Wool Week started as a one-week retreat for friends and has transformed into celebration of Texas wool, mohair, and alpaca with a working-farm experience offering fiber and arts vendors, day-trip adventures, and demonstrations. The festival is the capstone of the week with musical entertainment, food trucks, and a barbecue cookoff.

banderafiberandarts.com

UT Tyler Cowan Center, 3900 University Blvd.

Blending illusion, acrobatics, magic, and whimsy, Momix sends audiences flying down the rabbit hole in Moses Pendleton’s newest creation, “Alice,” inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic “Alice in Wonderland.”

cowancenter.org

Brockman Music and Performing Arts Center, Rice University, 6100 Main St.

Making its Chamber Music Houston debut, the Berlin-based Notos Piano Quartett offers works by Mahler, Mozart, and Schumann, and an exciting short work composed for the ensemble by Grammy winner Bryce Dessner.

chambermusichouston.org

Beaumont Civic Center, 701 Main St.

From appetizers to desserts, Taste of the Triangle gives you the chance to sample numerous dishes from all over the area. Proceeds go back into the community through the support of many local charities.

thetastebmt.com

Silver Sage, 803 Buck Creek

On the first Tuesday of the month, come see Grand Ole Opry-style entertainment at the Silver Sage senior center, with refreshments and door prizes given out at the event.

silversage.org

Boerne Farmers Market, 402 E. Blanco Road

Every Tuesday at this community market, local farmers and growers, homesteaders, ranchers, and artisans bring their bounty of goods.

boernefm.com

The AgriCultural Museum and Arts Center, 102 City Park Road

These weekly Tuesday night classes give guests an introduction to fine art techniques in a playful environment. The casual style of exploration and creativity provides every participant with an evening of fun, friends, and fabrication. Projects and themes change each week, so check the website for details and to register.

hccarts.org/art-after-hours

Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 SH 27

Almost 700 dogs compete in different classes at this family-friendly event that also has vendors and food trucks.

onofrio.com

Big Bend National Park, Big Bend National Park

Join the women of Journey Land and Soul for a transformational women’s hiking retreat to explore the mountains and desert of Far West Texas. Alongside an intimate and supportive group of growth-oriented women, embark on two days of exhilarating hikes through Big Bend National Park. Meditation, mindful movement, sound healing, sunset dinners, and stargazing are all part of the experience.

journeylandandsoul.com/bigbendretreat

Marriott DFW North, 8440 Freeport Parkway

The 41st annual Texas Steel Guitar Jamboree includes performances, education, and manufacturers of the steel guitar.

texassteelguitar.org

Hotel Emma at Pearl, 136 E. Grayson St.

The James Beard Foundation’s Taste America brings together chefs, special guests, and diners from across the country to celebrate the local, independent restaurants at the heart of our communities.

jamesbeard.org/events/taste-america-san-antonio-4

Long Center, 701 W. Riverside Drive

A live concert brings beloved anime to life on a grand scale. This two-hour event features a film montage of iconic scenes from over 220 episodes, synchronized to a live orchestra performing Toshio Masuda’s original score. Fans relive Naruto Uzumaki’s journey to become Hokage, facing rivalries, challenges, and growth along the way.

thelongcenter.org/events/naruto

Various locations

The festival sets out to captivate literary enthusiasts, promote academic excellence, elevate professional creative writing, and contribute to the Coastal Bend economy by bringing writers and readers together to honor expression through poetry, literature, and storytelling.

peoplesliteraryfestival.com

Kerr Arts and Cultural Center, 228 Earl Garrett St.

View three separate art exhibits on display, one featuring works by the Texas Woodcarvers Guild, then the Monday Artists Exhibit and the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center Membership Show.

kacckerrville.com

Veterans Memorial Park , 109 Depot St.

The farmers market is held year-round every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Veterans’ Memorial Park in downtown Elgin. Come and meet local growers and makers.

elgintexas.gov

Zapata County Fairgrounds, 23rd and Glenn streets

Zapata hosts “the Biggest Little Town Fair In Texas.” This marks the 53rd year for the community’s annual spring event that features concerts from a diverse musical lineup, livestock and animal judging, street dances, arts and crafts, a queen and her court, and other attractions.

zapatacountyfair.com

Fort Clark Springs, 152 McClernand Road

Living historians, musicians, presentations, and interactive experiences bring history to life at one of the most historic military forts in the nation. Visitors experience a glimpse of life in Southwest Texas across centuries, featuring camels, cannon fires, reenactments, and displays.

fortclarkdays.org

Downtown, Main Street

On the first Friday of every month, historic downtown Temple transforms into a giant party. Join along for live music and performances, great drinks, delicious food, and after-hours shopping.

downtowntemple.com

Downtown , Oak Street

The Lions Club holds an annual car show in downtown Sweetwater with cash prizes, custom trophies, door prizes, raffles, vendors, and food trucks.

sweetwaterlionsclub.com

Austin Convention Center and Downtown Austin, 500 E. Cesar Chavez St.

Every spring, crowds descend on downtown Austin to experience the world-renowned SXSW conference and festivals. Consisting of three main components—Interactive, Music, and Film—each track brings top creatives and global professionals together to collaborate during this exciting 10-day event.

sxsw.com

Downtown, 701 Main St.

Muralists from across the country and the world paint murals throughout downtown Beaumont and the area to expand the public arts scene. Experience a colorful fusion of creativity and culture as Beaumont transforms into a canvas of imagination.

beaumontcvb.com/mural-festival

Freeport Historical Museum, 311 E. Park Ave.

Dinosaur George returns to the museum with his traveling museum of real artifacts and over 150 exhibit pieces of prehistoric life.

freeportmuseum.com

Cibolo Center for Conservation, 140 City Park Road

Hit the trails at sunset and discover the various creatures that call the Cibolo home. Family Night Hikes are great ways for children and families to explore the center and see what lives in the park in the dark.

cibolo.org/night-hikes

Rockport Center for the Arts, 204 S. Austin St.

Every year, Rockport Center for the Arts hosts a statewide, juried exhibition for undergraduate and graduate students emerging in the visual arts. Meet the artists at a reception on March 8.

rockportartcenter.com

Various locations

This educational event connects people, birds, and nature. The ninth annual festival offers three fun-filled days that include professional birding tours, a youth art contest, speaker sessions, author book signings, vendors, children’s events, a VIP dinner, and the Parade of Birds.

matagordabaybirdfest.org

Luling Mainstreet, 421 E. Davis St.

What started out as a cookoff with some music and a few vendors has grown into a full-blown Cajun street festival with live zydeco music all day, arts and crafts vendors, a great assortment of food vendors, a beverage garden, and activities for kids. The crawfish races are also a huge hit and a must-see attraction.

lulingmainstreet.com/#events

The Grand 1894 Opera House, 2020 Postoffice St.

Seamlessly blending illusion, acrobatics, magic, and whimsy, dance group Momix sends audiences flying down the rabbit hole in Moses Pendleton’s newest creation. “Alice” is inspired by Lewis Carroll’s classic “Alice in Wonderland.”

thegrand.com

National Museum of the Pacific War, 311 E. Austin St.

The National Museum of the Pacific War is included on the Tom Lea Trail mobile website. To celebrate, watch the docudrama “Uncommon Valor,” filmed at the museum. Adair Margo, founder and author of “Tom Lea: An Oral History,” delves into the remarkable meeting between Admiral Nimitz and Tom Lea at Pearl Harbor.

tomlea.com/events

Hays County Historic Courthouse, 111 E. San Antonio St.

This arts and fine crafts market brings the best local artists together in one place. Find art of all kinds, live music, a free arts and crafts booth for kids, and live art demonstrations.

artsquaredmarket.com

Leo J. Welder Center for the Performing Arts, 214 N. Main St.

The Victoria Ballet Theatre group performs this ballet based on the children’s book character Madeline, who lives in Paris, and the ballet “Gaite Parisienne,” which depicts the lively atmosphere of a Parisian café.

victoriaballet.org

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1601 S. Georgia St.

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